1. The act or process of freeing someone from legal, social, or political restrictions or control
The emancipation of enslaved people was a significant historical event.
A emancipação dos escravizados foi um evento histórico significativo.
2. Legal independence of a minor who is freed from parental authority
Upon turning 18, he sought emancipation from his parents.
Ao completar 18 anos, ele buscou a emancipação dos seus pais.
3. The process of gaining independence or freedom from oppression or constraint
The women's emancipation movement fought for equal rights.
O movimento de emancipação das mulheres lutava pelos direitos iguais.